Mount Mascal Stables Summer Holiday Activities 2015
*PLEASE NOTE BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL*
Complete a full day of activities and enjoy a hot lunch and refreshments
Monday 20th July
Tuesday 21st July
Wednesday 22nd July
Thursday 23rd July
Friday 24th July
9.30 – 13:00
10:30 – 13:00
10:30 - 16:00
10:30 – 13:00
11:00 – 16:00
ROUND ROBIN TEST MORNING
D & D+ Test levels
START TO
HACK & SNACKTIVITY
Lead Rein & Beginner upwards
Walk & Trot only
PONY CLUB FUN DAY &
WOODLAND WALK FOR PICNIC LUNCH
AND … A TRACTOR RIDE!
All round fun for everyone
You begin in the arena and then head
to the woods for your steady morning
ride in beautiful Summer time
woodland. A great activity if you are
new to riding out & about or have only
done this a few times. More
experienced riders are also welcome.
You will have plenty of help on hand. If
you need a leader, please request this
when you book. Then enjoy your snack
& drink ‘on the house’ in the Clubroom
with a fun activity too.
Riding, pony handling skills & games
tailored to suit all levels.
Also a great chance to make new Pony
Club pals. As long as the weather is fine
we will be woodland bound for lunch.
Otherwise, the Clubroom which is also
great for chats. And you will be going
on a special tractor ride too! A
wonderful way to take time out with
your fellow Clubbers. What a splendid
first week of the hols, summer activity
day, jam packed with fun!!
Jennifer Burdett & Cheryl Lamb
£24 P/C, £26 non P/C, £22 Own
Tegan Aynge
£35 lunch & drinks included
14.00 – 16.30
14.00 – 16.00
Examiners’ feedback over several seasons
has clearly identified that Clubbers’ pony
handling skills & theory knowledge
generally do not match their riding ability.
NOT a good situation. True horsemanship
involves ALL ROUND capability – to be
able to CARE FOR & BE KNOWLEDGABLE
ABOUT your pony. This session is suitable
for Clubbers who are working towards D
& D+ Test and those who have gained this
level – especially if you passed in 2015.
Gymkhana style games to finish.
Rosettes to be won for overall ability!
Vicky Norton & Danelle Reynolds
£25
14:00-17:00
SHOW PREPARATION AFTERNOON
SUMMERS SUDS & RUB A DUB
Get ready for Mini Pony Club Shows &
PONY BATH TIME
THE BIG ONE … August Bank Holiday
A lovely fun session for all levels
Adults also welcome, especially to
prepare for lead rein and other junior
Our ponies do a great job & this is your
classes where your help is always needed
chance to show how much you
appreciate them. Bathing, tail washing,
A marvellous start of the holidays session grooming & lots of hugs, pats & praise
for Members to learn about show days – for your Pony Bath Time Ponies!! They
preparation before and on the day, what ALWAYS enjoy the soapy suds fuss and
to expect & show day routine, how to
fun. Be prepared to get wet yourself!
impress the judge and more. Book up for
this today and then spend the weeks
Kimberley Manze
ahead putting all the hints and tips you
£20 P/C, £22 Non P/C, £14 Own Pony
get into practice ready for show days.
Pony Club parents and supporters who
might be involved on show days are also
warmly welcome to this session.
Kate Lester & Cheryl Lamb
£25
VARIOUS VAULTS
& BRILLIANT BAREBACK!
A very beneficial session for every
rider to improve their skills
Vaulting & bareback sessions are
perennially popular! And for some very
good reasons. It’s a great fun challenge
& a wonderful way to improve your
seat & balance. Circus & military riders
are massive fans. AND, the ponies
seem to enjoy it too! Have a go,
whether you are a beginner bareback
& vaulter or a firm saddle free seat &
circus skills fan!
Kimberley Manze & Teresa Ando
£18 P/C, £20 non P/C
MINI ROAD RIDER
MEGA MIX MINI BADGE DAY
Confident Walk & Trot
Four GREAT mini badges!
You must have this badge to take D Test With TWO BRAND NEW BADGES ON OFFER
COMPLETE WORK PACK ESSENTIAL
Mini Plaiting and Colours & Markings
Choose a morning and/or afternoon mini.
Come along if you have good control
Stay for one session or two with lunch
in working trot & get started on your
included. All very achievable, success
Riding & Road Safety career.
guaranteed sessions!
Learn signals, equipment, where & when
to ride & what to take with you.
You must have this badge to sit your
Pony Club D Test
Danelle Reynolds
£22
14:00 – 17:00
11:-00 - 13:00
PLAITING with Kimberley Manze
Explain why you might plait horses’ manes or
tails. Know how to make sure you are safe
when plaiting. Show how to plait using baling
twine and a plaiting band.
OR
PONY BEHAVIOUR with Connor McLaren
Understand your pony. Know how he is
feeling. Start learning safe confident handling.
14:00 – 16:00
SCHOOLING SCREEN TEST WITH
POINTS OF THE PONY with Sam Vacher
POPCORN & FIZZY DRINK TO WATCH Learn the proper names for the parts of your
YOUR FOOTAGE
pony & how your pony ‘works’.
Competent Walk & Trot
Group session with individual feedback
OR
COLOURS & MARKINGS with Dan Reynolds
It is quite some time since we have run a Be able to identify basic colours - black, bay,
session like this. When Senior Instructor grey, skewbald, piebald, chestnut. Be able to
Matthew mentioned that he is very keen identify facial markings - star, stripe, blaze,
on this method of teaching riders we
snip. Be able to identify leg markings - sock
booked in on the holiday schedule right
and stocking.
away! What happens is that you will ride
while being videoed and then review the
£18 x 1 Badge
footage with Matthew. This is a fantastic
£30 x 2 Badges (with lunch)
chance to get expert feedback on your
faults & how to improve them. And
admire the bits you do well!
Matthew Palmer
£25
Mount Mascal Stables Summer Holiday Activities 2015
*PLEASE NOTE BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL*
Complete a full day of activities and enjoy a hot lunch and refreshments
Monday 27th July
Tuesday 28th July
Wednesday 29th July
Thursday 30th July
Friday 31st July
10:00 – 13:00
LUNGEING DAY
A whole day devoted to the art of
lungeing starting with the brand new
Lungeing Equipment Badge
10:00-16:00
10:00 – 14:00
10.00 – 16.00
GET SET FOR D TEST
A prep day for a final run through before
summer test day or longer term planning
towards taking the test later in the year
CAMPING & PICNIC SNACK
Main & Mini Badge Available
FARMING BADGE
All levels, especially fun for beginners &
younger Members with lots to do
Mini & Main badges available
GET READY FOR X COUNTRY RALLY
Arena Session
If you work confidently on the flat, over poles
Crack on camping with outdoor
10:00 – 13:00
& small fences in the arena in walk, trot &
enthusiast and expedition leader, Jen.
canter and want to have a go at cross country
LUNGEING EQUIPMENT BADGE
For Clubbers working at Bronze level &
Loads to learn and it’s all great fun. Tips Both Mini & Main Farming Badges are
but wonder if you are ready, this session is for
Brand new badge
towards D Test. A VITAL session if you are
and hints to pitch a tent, strike camp,
fantastic fun and this year we have lots
you. Start with jumping warm up & progress
booked for your D Test this holiday! A day clever cool cooking, kit list, first aid & fire planned. Full details will be released very
to small rustic style obstacles. And walk the An in depth badge covering the correct full of practice & theory to help you prepare safety. Everyone is welcome and there is
soon once we have finalised
cross country course on foot to learn what’s use of equipment. Fit tack and equipment & understand what is required on exam day. a mini badge up for grabs! The session
arrangements with our friends &
involved when you take the next steps.
for lungeing and be able to handle
Focus will be on Bronze levels & the D test will include a brew up & some bushcraft!
neighbours in the farming industry.
lungeing equipment safely and effectively. syllabus. Spend time on the yard to master
Please bring a mug – preferably
Long sleeves & back protectors
your D Test stable management skills. Riding unbreakable - with a handle suitable for a Book up for a success guaranteed day full
must be worn
Cheryl Lamb
time will include introductory jumping
hot drink & there will be a snack to
of farming fun & learning.
£25 P/C, £27 non P/C, £20 Own Pony
£20
exercises, if you are confident & capable.
munch too!
Danelle Reynolds
£38 lunch & drinks included
Teresa Ando
Kimberley Manze & Teresa Ando
£25 lunch & drinks included
£TBC
Jennifer Burdett
14:00 – 16:30
14:00 – 17:00
14:00-16:30
14:30 – 17:30
14:00 – 17.00
BEGINNER RIDING
IN A FIELD & SHOW RING
LUNGEING BADGE
LOADING
D Test level & above
START TO HACK & TRACTOR TRIP
Lead Rein & Beginner upwards
Walk & Trot only
BEGINNER X COUNTRY RALLY
Adult Riders Also Welcome
Preparation and groundwork on foot first
Clubbers will learn to lunge and be lunged
on this badge. To gain the badge the focus
Learn to load & unload a pony, with
Riding in open space. Quite different from will be on your ability to sit straight and in
assistance, safely into and out of a
You begin in the arena and then head to This session is for Clubbers who work very
following tracks & trails. Take this step to balance while on the lunge. Work in walk trailer/horsebox. Sounds easy when you put the woods for your steady afternoon ride confidently on the flat & over fences in
improve your security & balance in the saddle & trot, with/out reins & then no stirrups!! it like that. But not if you don’t have the
in beautiful Summer time woodland. A the arena in walk, trot & canter. You will
and to develop your ability to control your
necessary knowledge & skill. There are
great activity if you are new to riding out warm up in the open on the flat then
pony in open environment. This session is a
Special note that this is also a great
specific Health & Safety considerations
& about or have only done this a few
progress towards attempting beginner
must do if you are thinking of entering shows activity if you loan/own a pony. The art of when loading & unloading ponies correctly times. More experienced riders are also
cross country exercises.
this year. Remember, ponies can behave very working a pony on the lunge is not easy to and ensuring that their experience is a
welcome. You will have plenty of help on
differently in a big field full of yummy green acquire. The rewards include seeing your positive one that gives them confidence. hand. If you need a leader, please request
Also open to ‘grown ups’!
grass!
pony improve & developing your
You must be able to lead a pony well &
this when you book. When we get back
relationship with your special equine.
your handling skills should be D level to
we will finish the session with a tractor
Long sleeves & back protectors
£25
book for this session.
trip to the fields & see the ponies
must be worn
Vicky Norton & Connor McLaren
Cheryl Lamb
enjoying their rest at the end of the day.
£20
£22
Danelle Reynolds & Connor McLaren
£38 both badges
Adam Heitman
Vicky Norton & Connor McLaren
£28 P/C, £30 non P/C, £22 Own Pony
£24 P/C, £26 non P/C, £22 Own
Beginner Camp Week
Mount Mascal Stables Summer Holiday Activities 2015
*PLEASE NOTE BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL*
Complete a full day of activities and enjoy a hot lunch and refreshments
Monday 3rd August
Tuesday 4th August
Wednesday 5th August
Thursday 6th August
Friday 7th August
10:30 – 13:00
10:30 – 13:00
10:00 – 13:00
10.00 – 12.30
10:00 – onwards
PONY CLUB PUBLIC SPEAKING
BEGINNER PLUS JUMP RALLY
Moving beyond Beginner Jump level
14:00 – 16:30
14:00 – 17:00
PERFECT PADDOCK &
SMASHING SPLASHING
MINI PONY CLUB SHOW
POISONOUS PLANTS
BRUSH & BATH
Exclusively for Clubbers to
Suitable for all levels with the option to gain
A fantastic field foray with the chance
enjoy the experience of competing!
two badges based on your knowledge of
to gain two badges – Mini Poisonous
Pamper your pony & spoil him silly!
Friendly & welcoming atmosphere. The
your subject.
This session is for Clubbers who work very
Plants also available
Bath him, wash his tail, groom him & give emphasis is on the fun of taking part and having
confidently on the flat in walk, trot & canter
him lots of hugs, pats & praise!!
a go. Essential practice for bigger show days.
Also an especially useful session for
and have either completed beginner jumps This double dream of a morning will get Our ponies do a great job & this is your
Members who would like to practice talking during lessons or attended two beginner
you out & about on our lovely site,
chance to show how much you appreciate
Three class levels with In Hand, Riding &
about Pony Club syllabus topics in
jump rallies.
learning to understand the importance them. They will really enjoy all the fuss and
Showjumping sections:
preparation for test days. Prepare a short
of the land and how it should be
fun.
talk – maximum 10 minutes – on any Pony The session will be ridden, starting with warm
managed and maintained for the
Working towards D
Club subject. You can use any props/media up on the flat, then progress to polework &
welfare of our horses & ponies.
Be prepared to get wet yourself!
Working towards D+
to help make your talk interesting &
grid style jumping exercises.
Working towards C
informative.
There will be theory to study and
Teresa Ando & Vicky Norton
Danelle Reynolds
practical observation too.
£18 P/C, £22 Non P/C, £14 Own Pony
Entries close Wed 6 August @ 5pm
If you choose a subject like Mini Birds, your
£20 P/C, £22 Non P/C, £16 Own
knowledge may also be enough for you to
Perfect Paddock & Poisonous Plants are
£35 Entry & Pony Hire
be awarded this badge together with your
obvious partners. Try this combo
£20 Entry & Own Pony
Public Speaking badge.
session for yourself and find out why.
Rosettes 1st-6th, Medals 1st-3rd
For help & hints speak to Jen/the office.
Carley-Ann Hartigan & Teresa Ando
Jennifer Burdett
Jennifer Burdett
£25
£20 + £2.50 if you gain a badge
EXPERIENCED ROAD & WOODLAND
HACK & SNACK
14.00 – 16.30
14:00 – 16:30
14:00 - onwards
CROSS COUNTRY
INTERMEDIATE X-COUNTRY RALLY
BUILDING SHOWJUMPS
CLEAR ROUND
WALK IT & RIDE IT
Walk Trot & Canter
In Joydens Field
Suitable for riders at Beginner Plus jump
Get behind the scenes preparing for
Riders must be able to walk, trot &
level & above who have already completed For the more experienced cross country
tomorrow’s action packed day at the
The course of jumps will be open for
canter with good competence, prepare
beginner cross country
rider. You must already have attended
Mini Pony Club Show.
approximately 2 hours. The first hour will cater
themselves and their pony for hacking and
beginner cross country sessions and
Excitement will be in the air for sure!
for beginner riders. Jumps will be very low. The
help with aftercare on return. This ride will A great new session with our cross country ridden capably over small cross country
second hour jumps will go up, by request.
include roadwork on the quiet lanes that
specialist, Matthew Palmer. The session
obstacles. This session is to develop
Learn to recognise various showjumps,
lead from Little Mascal Farm to Chalk Wood starts with a course walk tutorial when you your skills and tackle more demanding
build them safely and design a
Own Pony £4 a-go
to enjoy this lovely area.
will benefit from hints and tips from a real
cross country activities & exercises.
showjumping course. And, you will get
£10 x 3-gos
Hi Viz is essential –
cross country expert. Matthew will then help
Long sleeves & back protectors
great showjumping hints & tips along the
School Pony £8 per go
tabard as a minimum.
you put theory into practice with cross
must be worn
way. This session is suitable if you have
£20 x 3 gos
Buy great value items @ the office.
country riding time on the course.
already ridden practical jumping sessions.
Rosettes for all Clear Rounds
Long sleeves & back protectors
Matthew Palmer
Adam Heitman
Danelle Reynolds & Matthew Palmer
must be worn
£25 P/C, £27 Non P/C, £20 Own
Cheryl Lamb
£24 P/C, £26 Non P/C, £22 Own Pony
£20
Matthew Palmer
£26 P/C, £28 non P/C, £21 Own Pony
Intermediate Camp Week
Mount Mascal Stables Summer Holiday Activities 2015
*PLEASE NOTE BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL*
Complete a full day of activities and enjoy a hot lunch and refreshments
Monday 10th August
Tuesday 11th August
Wednesday 12th August
10:00 – 13:00
MINI BADGE DAY - 11:00 – 16:00
10:00 – 13:00
NOVICE JUMP RALLY
This level is above Beginner Plus
Learning to jump well depends on getting
basic principles right step by step.
A session for Clubbers who have
completed Beginner & Beginner Plus
sessions and work confidently at these
levels. Check with your Instructor to see if
you are ready. This session consolidates
existing skills & introduces riding a short
course.
Matthew Palmer
£20 P/C, £22 Non P/C, £16 Own
14:00 – 16:30
PLAITING BADGE
Perfect Plaits ready for showtime & get a
badge as well! Understand the principles
of plaiting and plait 3 plaits on the mane
really well for your badge. This activity
requires patience, busy fingers & attention
to detail. But it’s worth it when you see
your pony all primped, plaited & smart.
If you are competent you can try tails!
Cheryl Lamb
£20
Thursday 13th August
11:00 – 17:00
PONY CLUB ‘HOW TO HANDLE’
11:-00-13:00
SEASIDE PRIDE & RIDE
BRONZE LEVEL DAY
FIRE SAFETY
Themed fancy dress fun!
BRONZE CERTIFICATES UP FOR GRABS!
A really useful badge to have knowledge of, Get you & your pony dressed for the sun,
Focus on handling & on the ground
especially on such a large yard.
surf & sand! Let your imagination run riot
activities – grooming, leading, catching,
Recognise basic fire safety equipment. Know and see what you can achieve. Its loads of
quick release knots & fun gymkhana riding
how best to prevent the risk of fire and look fun, the ponies love it and prizes will be
games too!
after your animal friends.
awarded for the best efforts! Judges look
Examiners’ feedback over the years
for originality & effort! Please bring your
suggests these skills are often not quite as
own dressing up gear & accessories.
14:00 – 16:00
strong as they should be when it comes to D
Speak to your instructor or the office for
WORKING DOGS
test time.
ideas.
This is a great fun badge full of canine capers!
So, book up for this GREAT day if you hope
Your costume must fit over
You are guaranteed to make some new four
to take your D test this summer. Even if you
riding gear & hat safely.
pawed friends and learn lots about their jobs.
aren’t quite ready for your Test this holiday,
Parade in the arena @ 12:30
this session is still ideal practice for the next
Spectators very welcome!
Jennifer Burdett
time! It is NEVER too early to start
preparing!
£18 x 1 Badge, £30 x 2 Badges with lunch
Teresa Ando
£20
Friday 14th August
10:00 – Onwards
MINI PONY CLUB SHOW
Second exclusive for Clubbers to
enjoy competition!
Friendly welcoming atmosphere. The
emphasis is on the fun of taking part
and having a go. Essential practice for
show days.
Three class levels with In Hand, Riding
& Showjumping sections:
Working towards D
Working towards D+
Working towards C
Entries close Wed 13th August @ 5pm
£35 Entry & Pony Hire
£20 Entry & Own Pony
Rosettes 1st-6th, Medals 1st-3rd
Kate Lester & Teresa Ando
£38 lunch and drinks included
Teresa Ando
14.00 – 17:00
14:00 – 16:30
14:00 – 16:30
14:00 - onwards
INTRODUCTION TO EQUINE
FIRST AID & WELFARE
All levels
BEGINNER JUMP RALLY
BRITISH NATIVE BREEDS
CLEAR ROUND
In Joydens Field
All good Pony Clubbers love ponies. It’s a
given! Therefore, prevention of injury,
sickness and first aid skills are a top priority.
Also, understanding the care needed when a
pony is sick is part of being a good rider. This
session will help you get started on your care
career. Lots of handling, facts & information.
Matthew Palmer
£20
Practice & improve your
Learn all about our lovely native breeds.
jumping technique in the covered arena. You will be able to identify British breeds of The course of jumps will be open for
This activity is a stepping stone to open horses & ponies, where they originate and
approx. 2 hours. The first hour will
riding & competitions.
their
cater for beginner riders, jumps will be
physical characteristics.
very low. The second hour the jumps
Start with theory. Learn simple training
will go up, by request.
exercises, basic position and try pole work Put theory into practice by spotting native
with a view to attempting a few small breeds among Mount Mascal Stables horses
Own Pony £4 a-go
jumps if you are ready.
& ponies.
£10 x 3-gos
School Pony £8 per go
Tegan Aynge
Matthew Palmer
£20 x 3 gos
£20
£20 P/C, £22 Non P/C, £16 Own
Rosettes for all Clear Rounds
Teresa Ando
Intermediate + Camp Week
Mount Mascal Stables Summer Holiday Activities 2015
*PLEASE NOTE BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL*
Complete a full day of activities and enjoy a hot lunch and refreshments
Monday 17th August
10:30 – 16:30
PONY CLUB D+ TEST
PREPARATION DAY
An essential activity for D+ Test candidates.
Practice & theory to help you prepare &
understand what is needed on test day.
Tuesday 18th August
Wednesday 19th August
Thursday 20th August
Friday 21st August
11:00 – 16:00
11:00 – 14:00
10:00 – Onwards
09:00-12:00
MINI BADGE DAY
MUCKING OUT BADGE
BUTTERFLY PICNIC RIDE
MINI PONY CLUB SHOW
Mini Mucking out Available
11:00 – 13:00
Final exclusive for Clubbers summer
An action packed morning with the
GROOMING
A lovely leisurely ride suitable for all levels. mini competition! Friendly welcoming
Simple guidelines on how to groom a pony. Please request a leader if you need one
atmosphere. The emphasis is on the
option to stay on before lunch
Recognise & use a hoof pick, dandy brush,
when you book.
fun of taking part and having a go.
rubber curry comb, mane comb, sponge & Looking out along the way for our beautiful
Essential practice for show days.
Time to get Mucky !
water brush.
native butterflies – Peacock, Red Admiral,
A VERY practical session
Especially great preparation if you hope to take
Comma, Gatekeeper. Get ready for the
Three class levels with In Hand,
Mucking out efficiently & effectively
14:00 – 16:00
your test this holiday. And a chance to get Silver requires co-ordination, determination &
Butterflies & Moths badge this afternoon if
Riding & Showjumping sections:
CARE OF THE FOOT
certificates. You will enjoy time on the yard for eager effort! Kim will be on hand to help
you would like to stay for the day. After Working towards D, Working towards
Learn a little bit about the structure of the
stable management skills. Riding time will
D+, Working towards C
you learn the tricks & tools of the trade, horse’s foot, some of the problems to look your ride collect your picnic box & enjoy
include D+ techniques with canter as well as
some tasty treats al fresco in the fields –
how to skip out, muck out, sweep, lay a
out for and general daily care. We will
jumping exercises, if you are confident &
with more butterfly sightings perhaps! Entries close Wed 20th August @ 5pm
bed and more ….. Always a popular and evidence from our own ponies. You will also
capable enough.
fun session with a chance to get behind
learn the correct way to pick out a foot!
Jennifer Burdett
£35 Entry & Pony Hire
the scenes and learn yard routine at
Danelle Reynolds & Sam Vacher
FREE PICNIC INCLUDED!!
£20 Entry & Own Pony
Mount Mascal Stables.
Teresa Ando
£38 including lunch & drinks
P/C £26, Non P/C £28, Own £24
Rosettes 1st-6th, Medals 1st-3rd
1 x Badge £18
Danelle Reynolds
Kimberley Manze
2 x Badges £30 lunch included
£20
14:00 – 17:00
14:00 – 16.30
DESIGN A JUMP
BEGINNER HACK & SNACKTIVITY
Walk /Trot only
Get creative with our
Artist in Residence, Vicky Norton.
14:00 – 16:30
14:00 – 17:00
14:00 - onwards
BEGINNER BEACH BALL GYMKHANA WITH
CLUBROOM CHAT & SNACKTIME
BUTTERFLIES & MOTHS BADGE
CLEAR ROUND
In Joydens Field
Big up butterflies, then go mad for moths &
Steady easy games on horseback for the
bag a beautiful badge in the bargain!
The course of jumps will be open for
walk & trot rider with a summertime theme.
approx 2 hours. The first hour will
Start with sketches and drawings then play with First … a gentle summertime ride around
Fun & friendly competition. Teams will be Remember! Wear your usual riding gear but cater for beginner riders, jumps will
pots & paints. This will be a chance to let your
our wonderful woodland.
organised on the day and you are
dress for The Great British Weather. Bring a be very low. The second hour the
imagination and hands get busy.
Next … on return a scrummy snack al
guaranteed to make new Pony Club pals.
soft hat & wear sunscreen if it’s warm.
jumps will go up, by request.
fresco if the weather permits
Especially as you get the chance to chat in
Layers & waterproof if it’s chilly or wet.
Own Pony £4 a-go
We will look forward to seeing the results!
And … finally, a fun surprise activity!
the Clubroom afterwards with a drink &
We will be out & about investigating our
£10 x 3-gos
snack to munch.
local natural habitats.
School Pony £8 per go
Vicky Norton
Everyone Welcome, especially beginners
£20 x 3 gos
£15
who may be led.
You may be led but please let the office
Jennifer Burdett
Please request a leader if you need one
know when you book.
£20
Rosettes for all Clear Rounds
when you book.
Adam Heitman
Rosettes & special awards to win!
Jennifer Burdett & Sam Vacher
£24 P/C, £26 non P/C, £22 Own
Vicky Norton
£20 P/C, £22 non, £14 own
Cool Triple Combo Session
Mount Mascal Stables Summer Holiday Activities 2015
*PLEASE NOTE BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL*
Complete a full day of activities and enjoy a hot lunch and refreshments
Monday 24th August
11:00 – 17:00
PONY CLUB ‘HOW TO HANDLE’
SILVER LEVEL DAY
SILVER CERTIFICATES UP FOR GRABS!
Focus on handling & on the ground activities &
riding @ Silver level standards!
Examiners’ feedback over the years suggests
these skills are often not quite as strong as
they should be when it comes to D+ test time
& it’s a big jump from D test.
A GREAT day if you hope to take D+ this
summer. If you aren’t quite ready for your
Test this holiday, it is ideal practice & NEVER
too soon to prepare!
Connor McLaren & Vicky Norton
£38
Tuesday 25th August
10:00 – 12:30
Today we acknowledge that old
horseman’s saying …
‘No foot, no horse’
Wednesday 26th August
10:30 – 16:00
STABLE MANAGEMENT
& PONY PAMPER DAY
Thursday 27TH August
10:30 – 13:00
EXPERIENCED ROAD & WOODLAND
HACK & SNACK
A full day jammed packed full of
Riders must be able to walk, trot &
off the saddle events to round off the
SHOEING BADGE
canter with good competence, prepare
holidays! Show the Mount Mascal Stables
themselves and their pony for hacking and
ponies how much you appreciate all the
Resident Farrier Mick O’Dell will
help with aftercare on return. This ride will
demonstrate his important & specialist job! fun they have given you this summer. A include roadwork on the quiet lanes that
unique chance to spend the whole day
Learn why a pony needs to wear shoes,
lead from Little Mascal Farm
focusing & practicing the following skills:
when he requires new ones and what to
to Chalk Wood.
tack cleaning, grooming, handling, tacking
look for in a newly shod foot.
Hi Viz is essential –
up, mucking out, catching in from a field,
tabard as a minimum.
feeding, bath tails & manes and more.
This badge is great for any Member
Buy great value items @ the office.
interested in pony care and it can be
counted towards your Blue Cross Equine
Danelle Reynolds & Cheryl Lamb
Vicky Norton & Teresa Ando
Welfare Badge!
£24
P/C, £26 Non P/C, £22 Own Pony
£38
Lunch & drinks included
Friday 28th August
10.30 – 16.00
PONY CLUB FUN DAY!!
MEMBERS ONLY
Another Pony Club Day
jam-packed full of FUN!!
The day will feature equine and nonequine activities, quizzes, games &
lots of running around to keep you
well and truly busy!
Amber has lots planned for this day
so all you need is bags of energy!
Lunch & drinks included
Sam Vacher & Kimberley Manze
£38
Danelle Reynolds
£20
14:00 – 17:00
13:30 – 16:30
14.00 – 17.00
14:00 – 16:30
14:00 – 16:30
E TEST AFTERNOON
SEQUENCE OF FOOTFALLS
BRAND NEW BADGE
Brand new Mini also available!
EQUINE FIRST AID BADGE
For more experienced Members working
at D+ and above, great preparation for C
test
ICE CREAM I CAN CANTER GYMKHANA
HELPER’S HACK & SNACK
Danelle Reynolds
£20
£38 both badges including lunch
A very important topic for Clubbers
working at D+ & above, loaners & owners.
A warm welcome for very young/truly
beginner Clubber to Pony Club World.
Let’s get your Pony Club career up & running
A lovely new badge with a Mini option.
with a lovely E Test certificate!
Therefore suitable for absolutely everyone.
The E Test is very achievable & the session will
be informal & relaxed.
Super important topic that will not only be
interesting but also improve your riding.
E Test success Guaranteed!
Plus this subject is on test syllabi.
No special requirements for attire
– just safe riding lesson gear.
Sam Vacher
£25
To round off the holidays we would like
to thank all our Helpers for their time
and hard work over the summer.
Equine health and well-being is a top
Enjoy a fun ride in the woods & catch up
priority for any Pony Club Member. The Games on horseback in walk, trot & canter
with your fellow Helpers in the
ability to deal with minor injuries and
Clubroom after over a drink & a snack.
with seaside stuff.
illness is a very important aspect of care.
The group will be split if necessary.
The syllabus for this badge requires in
An ice cream on your beach towel in the
depth study, knowledge and practice.
Very special price for our special helpers!
fields when the games are over!
Matthew Palmer
£20
Please bring a beach towel!
Summertime funtime gymkhana for the
more confident capable Clubber!
Rosettes & awards up for grabs!
Danelle Reynolds
£10
Vicky Norton
£20 P/C, Non P/C £22, £14 Own Pony
Drink & snack included too!
Mount Mascal Stables Summer Holiday Activities 2015
*PLEASE NOTE BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL*
Complete a full day of activities and enjoy a hot lunch and refreshments
Monday 31st August
Tuesday 1st Sept
10:30 – onwards
BANK HOLIDAY MONDAY
HORSE SHOW & FAMILY FUN DAY!
Pony Club TEST DAY
Mount Mascal Stables
Big Annual Charity Event
5 Show Rings – over 30 Classes
Showground Attractions
We hope to see as many of you as
possible enjoying test success before
going back to school as a result of
enjoying camps, badges and activities
over the summer holidays.
D TEST
9.30am start
Wednesday 2nd Sept
CAMPS & PONY FUN DAYS THROUGHOUT THE HOLIDAYS
BACK TO SCHOOL HAPPY HACKING
The last day of the holidays for most Pony
Club Centre members offers everyone a
final chance to get out & about.
Beginner Camp – 3rd -7th August
Kimberley Manze and Sam Vacher
10:00 – 13:00
BEGINNER HACK & AL FRESCO SNACK
Walk /Trot only
Cool Combo Session
Have-A- Go Pony Rides - Pat n Chat in the
Animal Area - Bouncy Castles – Face
D+ TEST
First, a gentle ride around our wonderful
Painting – Balloon Modelling – Super
2pm start
woodland.
Side Shows – Games & Splendid Stalls –
Next, on return a scrummy snack al fresco if
Delicious Refreshments, Snacks & Tasty Check with your Instructor to find out if
the weather permits
Treats – Exciting Equestrian Competition you are ready to take a test. And please
& Display – Tombola
Everyone Welcome, especially beginners
observe the dress code below.
Charity Raffle with lots of great prizes!!
£25
who may be led Please request a leader if you need one
when you book.
Teresa Ando & Tegan Aynge
£24 P/C, £26 non P/C, £22 Own
ABH Volunteers
Want to volunteer at the show??
The time you offer can go towards
gaining the fabulous YELA Award.
We need all the help we can get to
support & raise funds for our 2014
charities – British Heart Foundation &
Bexley SNAP. Family members also
welcome.
Please see the office if you are able
to offer a few hours of your time.
Schedules & further details available
from the office.
Admission & Parking Free
Spectators Welcome!
IMPORTANT NOTECORRECT DRESS FOR TESTS
14:00 – 16:00
It is very important to be correctly,
clean & smartly dressed for a test. This
is what you should wear.
BEGINNER PLUS HACK
& AL FRESCO SNACK
For riders who do not require a leader
when they hack
Beige jodhpurs
Cool Combo Session
Jodhpur boots & clips
First, a walk & trot ride around our
White shirt & Pony Club tie
wonderful woodland.
Pony Club sweatshirt
Next, on return a scrummy snack al fresco if
Hat, gloves & whip
the weather permits.
Long hair tied up above shoulder length
& hairnet
Matthew Palmer & Kimberley Manze
Absolutely no jewellery,
£24 P/C, £26 non P/C, £22 Own
make up or nail varnish.
Intermediate Camp – 10th – 14th August
Danelle Reynolds and Vicky Norton
Intermediate + Camp – 17th – 21st August
Camps are absolutely great fun with five whole days of Pony
Club fun & learning from 10am to 5pm Monday to Friday
Something different every day, badges, certificates & more
Lunch & drinks are included
£195 per child per camp
PONY FUN DAYS
Every holiday weekday
09:45 – 15:45
£35 per child per day
Book a full week Monday to Friday
@ special discount price £150
Pony Day fun always includes riding & stable management and
more … like a tractor ride, a picnic, quizzes & gymkhana games
to suit the group
Lunch & drinks included